Apparatus and method for renewable energy system

ABSTRACT

A renewable energy system comprising a solar panel that is adapted to be mounted on a structure and convert solar energy into electrical energy, a windmill that is adapted to be mounted on the structure and convert wind energy into electrical energy, a window turbine assembly that is adapted to convert wind energy into electrical energy, and a means for shutting down the renewable energy system that is adapted to automatically shut down the system in the event of an emergency. A method for a renewable energy system comprising providing a renewable energy system and converting renewable energy into electrical energy.

CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS/PATENTS

This continuation-in-part application relates back to and claims thebenefit of priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/735,674titled “Apparatus and Method for Renewable Energy System” and filed onJan. 7, 2013, which relates back to and claims the benefit of priorityfrom U.S. Provisional Application for Patent No. 61/631,510 titled“Apparatus and Method for Renewable Energy System” and filed on Jan. 5,2012 and U.S. Provisional Application for Patent No. 61/795,354 titled“Apparatus and Method for Renewable Energy” and filed on Oct. 15, 2012.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to energy systems, andparticularly to renewable energy systems.

BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PRIOR ART

It is known to use renewable energy systems to provide energy to users.Conventional renewable energy systems, however, suffer from one or moredisadvantages. For example, conventional renewable energy systems do notoptimally utilize all of the different available sources of renewableenergy to provide energy to users. Conventional renewable energy systemsare also complex and expensive to manufacture, maintain and repair. Inaddition, conventional renewable energy systems do not includesatisfactory safety systems. Further, conventional renewable energysystems are not sufficiently customizable.

It would be desirable, therefore, if an apparatus and method for arenewable energy system could be provided that would optimally utilizeall of the different available sources of renewable energy to provideenergy to users. It would also be desirable if such an apparatus andmethod for a renewable energy system could be provided that would beless complex and less expensive to manufacture, maintain and repair. Itwould be further desirable if such an apparatus and method for arenewable energy system could be provided that would includesatisfactory safety systems. It would be still further desirable if suchan apparatus and method for a renewable energy system could be providedthat would be sufficiently customizable.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

Accordingly, it is an advantage of the preferred embodiments of theinvention claimed herein to provide an apparatus and method for arenewable energy system that optimally utilizes all of the differentavailable sources of renewable energy to provide energy to users. It isalso an advantage of the preferred embodiments of the invention claimedherein to provide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy systemthat is less complex and less expensive to manufacture, maintain andrepair. It is another advantage of the preferred embodiments of theinvention claimed herein to provide an apparatus and method for arenewable energy system that includes satisfactory safety systems. It isstill another advantage of the preferred embodiments of the inventionclaimed herein to provide an apparatus and method for a renewable energysystem that is sufficiently customizable.

Additional advantages of the preferred embodiments of the invention willbecome apparent from an examination of the drawings and the ensuingdescription.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The apparatus of the invention comprises a renewable energy system. Thepreferred renewable energy system comprises a solar panel that isadapted to be mounted on a structure and convert solar energy intoelectrical energy, a windmill that is adapted to be mounted on thestructure and convert wind energy into electrical energy, a windowturbine assembly that is adapted to convert wind energy into electricalenergy, and a means for shutting down the renewable energy system thatis adapted to automatically shut down the system in the event of anemergency.

The method of the invention comprises a method for a renewable energysystem. The preferred method comprises providing a renewable energysystem as described herein and converting renewable energy intoelectrical energy.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The presently preferred embodiments of the invention are illustrated inthe accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals representlike parts throughout, and in which:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of therenewable energy system in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a schematic view of the preferred renewable energy systemsillustrated in FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a first alternative embodiment of therenewable energy system in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a second alternative embodiment of therenewable energy system in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a third alternative embodiment of therenewable energy system in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a fourth alternative embodiment of therenewable energy system in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a partial sectional, perspective view of a fifth alternativeembodiment of the renewable energy system in accordance with the presentinvention.

FIG. 8 is a partial sectional, perspective view of the preferredrenewable energy system illustrated in FIG. 7.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the windowturbine assembly in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the windowturbine assembly in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 11 is a perspective view of the preferred air conditioner turbineassembly in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the preferred air conditioner diffuserassembly in accordance with the present invention.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

Referring now to the drawings, the preferred embodiments of theapparatus and method for a renewable energy system in accordance withthe present invention are illustrated by FIGS. 1 through 12. As shown inFIGS. 1-12, the preferred embodiments of the apparatus and method for arenewable energy system are adapted to optimally utilize all of thedifferent available sources of renewable energy to provide energy tousers. The preferred embodiments of the invention are adapted to providean apparatus and method for a renewable energy system that is lesscomplex and less expensive to manufacture, maintain and repair. Thepreferred embodiments of the invention claimed herein are adapted toprovide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy system thatincludes satisfactory safety systems. The preferred embodiments of theapparatus and method for a renewable energy system are adapted toprovide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy system that issufficiently customizable.

Referring now to FIG. 1, a perspective view of the preferred embodimentof the renewable energy system in accordance with the present inventionis illustrated. As shown in FIG. 1, the preferred renewable energysystem is designated generally by reference numeral 20. Preferredrenewable energy system 20 comprises a plurality of solar panels 22which are adapted to be mounted on a structure such as building 24 andconvert solar energy into electrical energy. Preferably, solar panels 22are configured in a pyramid-shaped arrangement. It is contemplatedwithin the scope of the invention, however, that the plurality of solarpanels may be configured and arranged in any suitable arrangement,including without limitation a plane, a dome, a sphere, a cube, a cone,a cylinder, a triangular prism, a cuboid, a bipyramid, a trapezohedra, apolyhedron, a honeycomb, a Johnson solid and the like. It is alsocontemplated within the scope of the invention that a single solar panelmay be provided.

Still referring to FIG. 1, preferred renewable energy system 20 alsocomprises a plurality of windmills 30 which are adapted to be mounted ona structure like building 24 and/or at base 32 of plurality of solarpanels 22. Preferred windmills 30 are also adapted to convert windenergy into electrical energy. In addition, preferred renewable energysystem 20 comprises primary windmill 34 which is connected to windmillclutch 36. While FIG. 1 illustrates the preferred configuration andarrangement of the plurality of windmills, it is contemplated within thescope of the invention that the plurality of windmills may be of anysuitable configuration and arrangement. It is also contemplated withinthe scope of the invention that a single windmill may be provided.

Still referring to FIG. 1, preferred renewable energy system 20 stillfurther comprises bird protection system 50 and a plurality of shockabsorbers such as springs 52 and rubber padding 54. The preferred birdprotection system 50 is adapted to deter birds and other animals fromentering the area around renewable energy system 20. Preferably, birdprotection system 50 utilizes ultrasound to deter animals. It iscontemplated within the scope of the invention, however, that the birdprotection system may utilize any suitable means for deterring animalsfrom entering the area around the renewable energy system. The preferredshock absorbers are adapted to minimize vibrations produced by themoving components of the renewable energy system. In preferred renewableenergy system 20, electrical energy produced by the system could beconveyed to and stored in a local or remote battery system (see e.g.FIG. 6) or conveyed to the grid. Also in preferred energy system 20,windows of the building on which the system is used may be covered witha transparent photovoltaic sheet to maximize the generation ofelectrical energy from solar energy. While FIG. 1 illustrates thepreferred configuration and arrangement of the shock absorbers, it iscontemplated within the scope of the invention that the shock absorbersmay be of any suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 2, a schematic view of preferred renewable energysystem 20 is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 2, preferred renewable energysystem 20 includes means for shutting down the renewable energy system60. Preferred means for shutting down the renewable energy system 60 isadapted to automatically shut down the system in the event of anemergency such as a fire. Preferred means for shutting down therenewable energy system 60 comprises a plurality of heat sensors andsmoke sensors (see FIG. 7). In the event heat sensors sense fire orsmoke sensors sense smoke, renewable energy system 60 is adapted toautomatically shut down. Preferably, means for shutting down therenewable energy system 60 comprises alarms 66 that are adapted to beactivated in the event that heat sensors sense fire or smoke sensorssense smoke. The preferred means for shutting down the renewable energysystem 60 further comprises black water-based paint that may be appliedto the plurality of solar panels 22 and paint remover for removing thepaint before the system is returned to operation. In preferred renewableenergy system 20, heat and smoke sensors are located throughout thepyramid-shaped arrangement of solar panels 22.

Still referring to FIG. 2, preferred renewable energy system 20comprises main distribution panels 70, secondary distribution panels 72,safety switches 74, automatic transfer switches 76, safety disconnect78, combiner box 80, inverters 82, computer system 84 and fireprotection panel 85. More particularly, preferred renewable energysystem includes a solar panel inverter and a windmill inverter.Preferred computer system 84 controls all functions of renewable energysystem 20 including all operations and logistics and is connected to keystations at all entrances and exits of the building. More particularly,preferred computer system 84 is adapted to automatically shut downrenewable energy system 20 in the event of an emergency andtrouble-shoot system malfunctions. Preferred fire protection panel 85 isadapted to activate the fire protection system of the building such as asprinkler system, alarms and the like. As shown in FIG. 2, preferredrenewable energy system 20 receives power from an outside source atpower supply 86 and is adapted to convey electrical energy to remotelocations such as different parts of the building or remote substationsvia risers 88. In addition to wind and solar energy, preferred renewableenergy system 20 may generate electrical energy from geothermal energyand may comprise biomass power source 90 as an additional source ofrenewable energy. Preferably, biomass power source is adapted to utilizecellulosic biomass, however, it is contemplated within the scope of theinvention that the biomass power source may utilize any suitable type ofbiomass. While FIG. 2 illustrates the preferred configuration andarrangement of the renewable energy system, it is contemplated withinthe scope of the invention that the renewable energy system may be ofany suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 3, a perspective view of a first alternativeembodiment of the renewable energy system in accordance with the presentinvention is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 3, the preferred renewableenergy system is designated generally by reference numeral 120.Preferred renewable energy system 120 comprises a pyramid-shapedarrangement of solar panels 122, primary windmill 124 and secondarywindmill 126. Preferred renewable energy system 120 further comprises aplurality of combiner boxes which are adapted to distribute DCelectrical current between a plurality of smaller conductors to a singlelarger conductor. More particularly, preferred solar panel combiner box128 is adapted to distribute DC current from a plurality of solar panelwires to a single larger wire. Preferred primary windmill combiner box130 is adapted to distribute DC current from a plurality of primarywindmill wires to a single larger wire. Preferred secondary windmillcombiner box 132 is adapted to distribute DC current from a plurality ofsecondary windmill wires to a single larger wire. Preferred renewableenergy system 120 further comprises a plurality of inverters. Moreparticularly, preferred solar panel inverter 134 is adapted to convertelectric current produced by solar panels 122 from DC to AC. Preferredprimary windmill inverter 136 is adapted to convert electric currentproduced by the primary windmill from DC to AC. Preferred secondarywindmill inverter 138 is adapted to convert electric current produced bythe secondary windmills from DC to AC. Preferred renewable energy system120 is also adapted to convey electrical energy to electrical closets inthe building. While FIG. 3 illustrates the preferred configuration andarrangement of the renewable energy system, it is contemplated withinthe scope of the invention that the renewable energy system may be ofany suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 4, perspective view of a second alternativeembodiment of the renewable energy system in accordance with the presentinvention is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 4, the preferred renewableenergy system is designated generally by reference numeral 220.Preferred renewable energy system 220 comprises electric car chargingsystem 222 and geothermal energy system 224. Preferred electric carcharging system 222 is adapted to charge the batteries of electric cars226 when the cars are parked in the parking lot of the structure inwhich renewable energy system 220 is used. Preferably, electrical energyis supplied to electric car charging system 222 by the other renewableenergy generators in the system such as geothermal energy system 224 andelectric energy is supplied to electric cars 226 by electric carcharging system 222 via cables 228. While FIG. 4 illustrates thepreferred configuration and arrangement electric car charging system, itis contemplated in the scope of the invention that the electric carcharging system may be of any suitable configuration and arrangement.

Still referring to FIG. 4, preferred geothermal energy system 224 isadapted to produce electrical energy from geothermal energy obtainedfrom beneath the surface of the Earth. Preferably, geothermal energy isconveyed from beneath the Earth's surface to renewable energy system 220via geothermal turbine 230. Preferred geothermal energy system 224 mayprovide electrical energy to electric car charging system 222 as well asheating and air conditioning systems. Preferred geothermal energy system224 also comprises inverter 232. While FIG. 4 illustrates the preferredconfiguration and arrangement of the geothermal system, it iscontemplated within the scope of the invention that the geothermalenergy system may be of any suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 5, a perspective view of a third alternativeembodiment of the renewable energy system in accordance with the presentinvention is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 5, the preferred renewableenergy system is designated generally by reference numeral 320.Preferred renewable energy system 320 comprises rainwater collectionsystem 322. Preferred rainwater collection system 322 is adapted tocollect rainwater and other forms of precipitation and convey suchprecipitation to one or more collection locations or to a powergenerator like a turbine. Preferred rainwater collection system 322 isalso adapted to convey paint and paint remover following an emergencyshutdown. Preferably, rainwater collection system 322 conveysprecipitation via gutters 324 and a drainage system. As also shown inFIG. 5, preferred renewable energy system 320 comprises bird protectionsystem 326. Preferred bird protection system 326 is adapted to deterbirds and other animals from the area of the renewable energy systemusing ultrasound. While FIG. 5 illustrates the preferred configurationand arrangement of the rainwater collection system and the birdprotection system, it is contemplated within the scope of the inventionthat the rainwater collection system and the bird protection system maybe of any suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 6, a fourth alternative embodiment of thepreferred renewable energy system in accordance with the presentinvention is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 6, the preferred renewableenergy system is designated generally by reference numeral 420.Preferred renewable energy system 420 comprises a plurality of heliportwindmills 422 which are adapted to produce electrical energy from windenergy generated by helicopter 424. Preferred renewable energy system420 also comprises combiner box 426, AC panels 428, inverters 430,charge controllers 432 and battery systems 434. While FIG. 6 illustratesthe preferred configuration and arrangement of the renewable energysystem, it is contemplated within the scope of the invention that therenewable energy system may be of any suitable configuration andarrangement.

Referring now to FIGS. 7 and 8, partial sectional, perspective views ofa fifth alternative embodiment of the renewable energy system inaccordance with the present invention are illustrated. As shown in FIG.7, the preferred renewable energy system is designated generally byreference numeral 520. Preferred renewable energy system 520 comprises aplurality of reflective mirrors 522 which are adapted to reflectsunlight onto solar panels 524. Each preferred reflective mirror 522 ismounted at the base of each corner of the pyramid-shaped arrangement ofsolar panels 524. It is contemplated within the scope of the invention,however, that one or more reflective mirrors may be mounted at anysuitable location relative to the plurality of solar panels. Preferably,each reflective mirror 522 is adapted to automatically be moved so as tooptimize the brightness of the sunlight it reflects onto solar panels524. Each preferred reflective mirror 522 includes sunlight sensor 526which is adapted to sense the brightness of the sunlight the mirrorreflects. Preferred sunlight sensors 526 are adapted to sense thebrightest sunlight and communicate with the computer system toautomatically adjust the reflective mirrors so that the mirrors followthe azimuth of the sun and maximize the solar energy reflected onto thesolar panels. Preferably, each sunlight sensor 526 is also adapted tomove the reflective mirrors such that their reflective surfaces arefacing east upon sensing a period of prolonged darkness. Preferredmirror shutdown sensor 528 is adapted to shut down the reflectivemirrors in the event of an emergency.

Still referring to FIGS. 7 and 8, each preferred reflective mirror 522is operatively connected to a means for automatically moving the mirrorin response to the brightness sensed by the corresponding sunlightsensor 526. The preferred means for automatically moving the reflectivemirrors is motor 530, but it is contemplated within the scope of theinvention that the means for automatically moving the reflective mirrorsmay be any suitable device, mechanism, assembly or combination thereof.Preferred renewable energy system 520 further comprises heat sensor 532and smoke sensors 534 disposed near the top of the pyramid-shapedarrangement of solar panels. While FIGS. 7 and 8 illustrate thepreferred configuration and arrangement of the sensors, it iscontemplated within the scope of the invention that the sensors may beof any suitable configuration and arrangement. It is also contemplatedwithin the scope of the invention that a single sunlight sensor may beprovided. It is also contemplated within the scope of the invention thatthe sunlight sensor causes one or more solar panel to move in responseto the movement of the sun.

Still referring to FIGS. 7 and 8, preferred renewable energy system 520also comprises first combiner box 540 which is adapted to defrost solarpanel heater 542 of solar panel 544 and defrost windmill heaters 546located at the top of the windmill 548. Preferred windmill 548 comprisesclutch 550 which includes windmill shutdown sensor 551 that is adaptedto communicate with a computer system in order to shut down thewindmills in the event of an emergency. Preferred renewable energysystem 520 also comprises second combiner box 552 which is located atthe bottom of windmill 548. While FIGS. 7 and 8 illustrate the preferredconfiguration and arrangement of the renewable energy system, it iscontemplated within the scope of the invention that the renewable energysystem may be of any suitable configuration and arrangement.

Referring now to FIG. 9, a perspective view of the preferred embodimentof the window turbine assembly in accordance with the present inventionis illustrated. As shown in FIG. 9, the preferred window turbineassembly is designated generally by reference numeral 600. Preferredwindow turbine assembly 600 is adapted to convert wind energy intoelectrical energy. Preferred window turbine assembly 600 is also adaptedto reduce wear and tear on buildings and extend their lifespan. Moreparticularly, preferred window turbine assembly 600 is adapted togenerate electricity for use in a building during the day and charge oneor more batteries for use in emergencies or other instances of loss ofelectricity during the night. Preferred window turbine assembly 600comprises window frame 602 having one or more window frame openings 604through which air may flow. The preferred window frame openings 604 maybe grooves or slots that extend around substantially the entireperimeter of the window frame in order to maximize the amount of airflow in the assembly. Preferably, each window frame 602 includes one ormore window frame conduits 606 through which air may flow and one ormore window frame turbines 608 which are adapted to convert air flow orwind energy into electrical energy. Each preferred window frame conduit606 may be in fluid communication with other window frame conduitsand/or one or more collection conduits 609 which are adapted to conveyair flow to one or more central turbines 610. The preferred window frameturbines 608 and central turbines 610 are adapted to rotate eitherclockwise or counter-clockwise so that they can convert air flow or windenergy into electrical energy regardless of the direction of the airflow or prevailing wind. Preferred window frame turbines 608 are alsoprovided with plug-in leads through the ceiling or floor of the buildingwhich are connected to direct feeds, through one or more inverters 612,or to one or more batteries. It is also contemplated within the scope ofthe invention that preferred window frames 602 further comprise a meansfor opening and closing the one or more window frame openings 604 suchas door 614 in order to maximize the efficiency of the assembly. Moreparticularly, preferred door 614 is adapted to be automatically openedand closed by control system 616, which preferably includes one or moresensors, in response to existing wind conditions, weather logistics,and/or satellite signals. However, it is also contemplated within thescope of the invention that preferred doors 614 may be manually openedand closed as needed such as in the case of a fire or other emergency.Preferred central turbine 610 is operatively connected to generator 616.

Referring now to FIG. 10, a perspective view of an alternativeembodiment of the window turbine assembly in accordance with the presentinvention is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 10, the preferred windowturbine assembly is designated generally by reference numeral 700.Preferred window turbine assembly 700 comprises window frame 702 havingwindow frame openings 704, window frame conduits 706, window frameturbines 708, photovoltaic sheets 709, sensors 710, combiner boxes 711,central turbine 712, blowers 714, and collection conduit 715. Preferredblowers 714 are adapted to assist air flow throughout the assembly.Preferably, blowers 714 and/or central turbine 712 are operativelyconnected to control system 716 through combiner box 718. However, it iscontemplated within the scope of the invention that the blowers and/orcentral turbine may be operatively connected to the control system byany suitable device, mechanism, assembly, or combination thereof.Preferred window turbine assembly further comprises air collector 720which is in fluid communication with window frame conduits 706, centralturbine 712, and blower 714. It is also contemplated within the scope ofthe invention that the window turbine assembly may comprise filters andsolenoids for filtering the air that flows through it before conveyingthe air to a desired interior space.

Referring now to FIG. 11, a perspective view of the preferred airconditioner turbine assembly in accordance with the present invention isillustrated. As shown in FIG. 11, preferred air conditioner turbineassembly is designated generally by reference numeral 800. Preferred airconditioner turbine assembly 800 is adapted to convert air flow or windenergy from the main air conditioner duct into electrical energy.Preferred air conditioner turbine assembly 800 comprises air conditionerturbine 802 which is disposed at the outlet of the main air conditionerduct adjacent to blowers 714 (see FIG. 10) or some other location wheremaximum air flow is achieved. Preferably, air conditioner turbine 802 isinstalled in a balanced and level disposition with soundproofing andshock absorber means so that smaller turbines may be installed in theair conditioner ductwork. Preferred air conditioner turbine 802 isoperatively connected to one or more generators 804 which may beoperatively connected to one or more inverters 806. The electricalenergy produced by preferred air conditioner turbine assembly 800 may beused to power the air conditioner or some other electrical devices. Itis also contemplated within the scope of the invention that preferredair conditioner turbine assembly 800 may be controlled by a controlsystem adapted to shut down the assembly in the event of fire, smoke, orsome other emergency.

Referring now to FIG. 12, a perspective view of the preferred airconditioner diffuser assembly in accordance with the present inventionis illustrated. As shown in FIG. 12, preferred air conditioner diffuserassembly 900 is adapted to convert air flow or wind energy from airconditioners into electrical energy. Preferred air conditioner diffuserassembly 900 comprises one or more diffusers 902 in fluid communicationwith one or more air conditioners. Each preferred diffuser 902 comprisesone or more diffuser turbines 904 each of which is operatively connectedto combiner box 906. Preferred combiner box 906 is operatively connectedto one or more batteries 908 which may be used to provide energy in theevent of an electrical outage or another emergency. In addition,preferred air conditioner diffuser assembly 900 is adapted to provideelectricity via inverter 910 to the grid, the air conditioners, or anyother electrical devices. It is also contemplated within the scope ofthe invention that the air conditioner diffuser assembly could beadapted for use in the window turbine assembly described hereinabove.

The invention also comprises a method for a renewable energy system. Thepreferred method comprises providing a renewable energy system. Thepreferred renewable energy system comprises a solar panel that isadapted to be mounted on a structure and convert solar energy intoelectrical energy, a windmill that is adapted to be mounted on thestructure and convert wind energy into electrical energy, a windowturbine assembly that is adapted to convert wind energy into electricalenergy, and a means for shutting down the renewable energy system thatis adapted to automatically shut down the system in the event of anemergency. The preferred method further comprises converting renewableenergy into electrical energy.

In operation, several advantages of the preferred embodiments of therenewable energy system are achieved. For example, the preferredembodiments of the renewable energy system are adapted to optimallyutilize all of the different available sources of renewable energy toprovide energy to users. The preferred embodiments of the invention areadapted to provide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy systemthat is less complex and less expensive to manufacture, maintain andrepair. The preferred embodiments of the invention claimed herein areadapted to provide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy systemthat includes satisfactory safety systems. The preferred embodiments ofthe apparatus and method for a renewable energy system are adapted toprovide an apparatus and method for a renewable energy system that issufficiently customizable.

Although this description contains many specifics, these should not beconstrued as limiting the scope of the invention but as merely providingillustrations of some of the presently preferred embodiments thereof, aswell as the best mode contemplated by the inventors of carrying out theinvention. The invention, as described herein, is susceptible to variousmodifications and adaptations, and the same are intended to becomprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the appendedclaims.

What is claimed is:
 1. A renewable energy system, said renewable energysystem comprising: (a) a plurality of solar panels, said plurality ofsolar panels being adapted to be mounted on a structure and convertsolar energy into electrical energy; (b) a plurality of windmills, saidplurality of windmills being adapted to be mounted on the structure andconvert wind energy into electrical energy; (c) a window turbineassembly, said window turbine assembly being adapted to convert windenergy into electrical energy; (d) a means for shutting down therenewable energy system, said means for shutting down the renewableenergy system being adapted to automatically shut down the system in theevent of an emergency; wherein the plurality of solar panels comprise apyramid-shaped arrangement; and wherein the plurality of windmills aremounted at the base of the plurality of solar panels.
 2. The renewableenergy system of claim 1 further comprising a reflective mirror adaptedto reflect sunlight onto the plurality of solar panels.
 3. The renewableenergy system of claim 2 further comprising a sunlight sensor adapted tosense a sunlight brightness.
 4. The renewable energy system of claim 3wherein the reflective mirror is adapted to automatically move inresponse to the sunlight brightness sensed by the sunlight sensor. 5.The renewable energy system of claim 1 wherein a reflective mirror ismounted to each corner of the base of the pyramid-shaped arrangement. 6.The renewable energy system of claim 1 further comprising a primarywindmill that is connected to a windmill clutch.
 7. The renewable energysystem of claim 1 wherein the means for shutting down the renewableenergy system comprises heat sensors and smoke sensors.
 8. The renewableenergy system of claim 1 wherein the means for shutting down therenewable energy system comprises a windmill clutch.
 9. The renewableenergy system of claim 1 further comprising a heating element.
 10. Therenewable energy system of claim 1 further comprising a geothermalenergy system.
 11. The renewable energy system of claim 1 furthercomprising an electric car charging system.
 12. The renewable energysystem of claim 1 further comprising a heliport windmill.
 13. Therenewable energy system of claim 1 further comprising a bird protectionsystem.
 14. The renewable energy system of claim 1 further comprising ashock absorber.
 15. The renewable energy system of claim 1 furthercomprising a battery system.
 16. The renewable energy system of claim 1further comprising a rainwater collection system.
 17. The renewableenergy system of claim 1 further comprising a transparent photovoltaicsheet.
 18. The renewable energy system of claim 1 further comprising acombiner box.
 19. The renewable energy system of claim 1 furthercomprising an air conditioner turbine assembly.
 20. The renewable energysystem of claim 1 further comprising an air conditioner diffuserassembly.